6983 : Half Life Server Format String Command Execution
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Disclosure
Jan 22, 2001

Discovery
Unknown

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Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 Half Life Dedicated Server contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to execute arbitrary code. The issue is triggered when a malicious user injects format strings into the changelevel command via the system console or rcon. It is possible that the flaw may allow arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue.

Products
Valve
Watch-list
Half-Life Dedicated Server
Watch-list
 build 3104

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